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Hear a welcome message from Rev. Dr. Paul J Cartwright.
OUR VISION
We are a community of believers that reach out to the hurting, disenfranchised and bid them to come to Jesus who heals and transforms lives.
Why did we plant in the Village of Park Forest?
JITLC was planted in the heart of our Founder and Senior Pastor, Rev. Dr. Paul J. Cartwright many seasons ago, but came to fruition in November of 2016 at Unitarian Universalist Church where we rented space as a part of inception of newly planted church located in Park Forest, Illinois.
Hear the staff talk about the Mission and Vision of Jesus is the Life Church
CORE VALUES
TRANSFORMATIONAL LIVING
Transformed Lives is service to the church and the community. We encourage service by creating a worship experience to discover their God-given talents and abilities for the upbuilding of the kingdom. We believe in community and spreading the gospel to make disciples.
FAITH
We will develop our faith through our worship, music, teaching, and preaching We desire to offer an worship experience that will enlighten your personal worship experience.
COMMITTED TO THE GOSPEL
We believe in biblical based teaching and preaching Jesus went through the towns and villages, teaching in the synagogues, proclaiming the good news (Matt. 9:35).
PRAYER
We believe in the power of prayer. The apostles devoted themselves to the their teaching and to fellowship, and also to breaking of bread and prayer (Acts 2:42).

The FAITH that we believe is produced by HOPE and LOVE
F - Focus - meaning attending worship service and discipleship classes on regular basis to broaden one’s biblical knowledge.
A - Action - Using our spiritual gifts to go into the community and spread the GOSPEL until all have heard.
I - Involved - Stay involved in the ministry and making disciples by connecting to other in the community.
T - Teach others about the kingdom of God according to Scriptures - Witnessing and providing discipleship in small groups.
H - Healthy Church - Healthy Person grow spiritually by engaging in bible study and prayer on a regular basis.
OUR LEADERS

REV. DR. PAUL J. CARTWRIGHT
SENIOR PASTOR
I was born in Chicago and grew up on the south side. Shortly after graduation from Morgan Park High School, I was drafted into the United States Army. I served two years in the Army and was honorably discharged. I spent a year in Vietnam in the first Calvary Division in the central highlands. I won a number of medals in my year of combat, including a bronze star for heroism in ground combat action in which I was credited with saving the life of two fellow soldiers during heavy attack from the North Vietnamese Regular Army. After being discharged from the Army, I returned to school to continue my education. I graduated from Chicago State University with B.S. Degree in Education. I taught in Chicago Public Schools for thirty-years.
TANYA S. BLACK-CARTWRIGHT
TREASURER
Rev. Tanya S. Black-Cartwright was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. Early in life she learned that dependence on God is a way of life. God revealed Psalm 46:1, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” to her before her acceptance to Jesus Christ and having the best assurance which was Salvation. Above all, she is called to be a servant to God’s people.


MS. MICKIETHA HAMPTON
DIRECTOR OF EVANGELISM
Meet our Director of Evangelism and Outreach, Mickietha Hampton affectionally known as "KeKe". A product of the Park Forest community, and a proud Rich East Rocket graduate. KeKe begin serving her community during her four year role as class president at Rich East high school. After attending Saint Xavier University in Chicago and graduating from the Illinois Center of Broadcasting with honors, KeKe landed an internship with the top media brand in Chicago, IHeartMedia (formerly known as Clear Channel). Keke later accepted a position as a Continuity Coordinator and would ultimately be promoted to Traffic Manager.
MS. SHERRY "ARMOUR" TROTTER
DIRECTOR OF WORSHIP AND ARTS
A dynamic live performer with encouraging lyrics and powerful arrangements is the condensed description of Singer and Songwriter Sherry Amour. She has performed on the morning news show WGN, on a nationwide Coca-Cola sponsored tour, the world renowned UniverSoul Circus, and has sung the National Anthem for the All Star-Chicagoland basketball game and she also has opened up for major recording artists such as Mint Condition at the House of Blues. Being a graduate of Columbia College of Chicago Sherry Amour learned the importance of creating a path of her own to share her music and released her own recording project "Seasons" which is available on iTunes.


REV. JAMAIR C. ATKINS
PASTOR OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS
Jamair C. Atkins is a minister, community activist, philanthropist, and organizational consultant with a heart for creating innovative initiatives and developing leadership and programming skills amongst teenagers, millennial, and young professionals. Jamair has always had a deep passion for networking and building the inner man/woman to exemplify their holistic identity in Christ. Devoted to building up and supporting his community. He always lived by, “Be apart of change, that you desire to see.”
MUSICAL STAFF

David Davis
Musical Director
Chanise Nevels
Praise and Worship Leader
Josiah McNeal
Drummer
Sherry Trotter
Director Of Worships and Arts
JOIN US FOR WORSHIP
Sunday Worship Service
Every Sunday at 2:00pm
425 N. Orchard, Park Forest, Illinois 60446
The Kickback – Weekly Youth Outreach
7:00 pm – 2nd and 4th Tuesday
425 N. Orchard, Park Forest, Illinois 60446


Tuesday Prayer and Bible Study
Every Tuesday 6:30pm-8:00pm
425 N. Orchard, Park Forest, Illinois 60446
New Member Classes
9:00am-11:00am 1st and 3rd Saturday
425 N. Orchard, Park Forest, Illinois 60446





THE KICKBACK

The Kickback at JITLC is a after school program for youth in the South Suburban area of Chicago.
The Kickback is held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Our goal is to combine Fun, Faith, and Fellowship while helping teens develop life skills. The age group for the kickback are from ages of nine to eighteen.

PRAYER REQUEST FORM
Prayer changes things, prayer creates a hope that only the holy spirit can provide. Please send your prayer request . We believe God hears and answer because of our faith.
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